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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Linkding
Application256MB+ RAM
Minimal, fast self-hosted bookmark manager
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Deploy Linkding in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Linkding
Choose from our template library
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Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
No Docker knowledge required
Step-by-step deployment guide
Deploy Linkding on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Linkding template in Server Compass to deploy a minimal self-hosted bookmark manager on your VPS, then verify the login page in a browser.
About 10 minutesBrowser verified
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Step 2Choose an app template
Click New App and choose the template deployment path so Server Compass can load the built-in catalog.
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Step 3Search for Linkding
Use the template picker search to find Linkding in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Linkding template
Choose the Linkding template. Server Compass fills the Linkding service, admin username, admin password, data volume, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Linkding settings
Confirm the app name, admin user, and compose service. In this run, the app was named linkding-demo and used host port 4016.
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Step 6Deploy Linkding
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Linkding web port is available, and click Deploy.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the Linkding image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Linkding is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Linkding app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Linkding in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Linkding login page confirms the bookmark manager is reachable.
After Linkding Opens
- Sign in with the configured admin username and password.
- Put Linkding behind HTTPS before exposing it publicly.
- Change the initial admin password after first login.
- Configure browser extensions, bookmarklets, or import workflows for your users.
- Back up the Linkding data volume because it stores bookmarks, tags, and account data.
Verified Result
The Linkding web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Linkding deployment questions
What does the Linkding template deploy?
It deploys Linkding as a single-container bookmark manager with a persistent local data volume.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4016, which maps to the Linkding web UI on container port 9090.
Does Linkding need setup after deployment?
Yes. Sign in with the configured admin account, change the password, then import or add bookmarks.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Linkding template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Linkding with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Sign in with the configured admin username and password
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Start adding bookmarks
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Configure browser extensions or bookmarklets if desired
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Linkding FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Linkding
How do I deploy Linkding with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Linkding from the templates list. Fill in the required configuration and click Deploy. The entire process takes under 3 minutes.
What are the system requirements for Linkding?
Linkding requires a minimum of 256MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 1024MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing Linkding data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Linkding backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Linkding to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Linkding image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Linkding free to self-host?
Linkding is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($29 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.
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